Esperite and Emerald Physical Properties

Esperite

Emerald

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

Hard

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.28-4.422.67-2.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

Imperfect on the [0001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Esperite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Emerald physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Esperite and Emerald chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Esperite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.